Improving safety and health for agricultural workers in the Upper Midwest
Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center
This study is all about making farming safer and healthier for workers in the Upper Midwest by working together with local farmers to find and fix health risks on the job.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11176674 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the safety and health of agricultural workers in the Upper Midwest region. It aims to identify and address health risks associated with agricultural practices through community engagement and targeted interventions. The project will involve collaboration with local farmers and agricultural organizations to develop effective safety programs and health resources. By utilizing data collection and analysis, the research seeks to create a safer working environment for those in the agricultural sector.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include agricultural workers and their families in the Upper Midwest.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in agricultural work or live outside the Upper Midwest may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce health risks and improve the overall well-being of agricultural workers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving agricultural safety through community-based interventions, indicating that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bender, Jeffrey B. — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Bender, Jeffrey B.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.